Adrenal Insufficiency
A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol, causing fatigue, low blood pressure, and weakness.
Also known as: Addison's disease, adrenal fatigue.
Category: Endocrine & Metabolic
Drugs labeled for Adrenal Insufficiency
8 medication ingredients list an association with adrenal insufficiency in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Adrenal Insufficiency
The following symptoms have been associated with Adrenal Insufficiency in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Asthenia
A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...
Darkened Skin
Skin that becomes darker than usual, which can be a sign of hormonal or metabolic conditions....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Hypotension
Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension....
Nausea
A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Adrenal Insufficiency
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Adrenal Insufficiency. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Cortisol Am & Pm Test
This blood test measures levels of the hormone cortisol in the morning and again in the afternoon to provide f...
Cortisol Levels Blood Test
The hormone cortisol (hydrocortisone) is made by the adrenal glands and plays a key role in metabolizing carbo...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Adrenal Insufficiency, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Brucellosis
Brucellosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Systemic mastocytosis with associated hematologic neoplasm
Systemic mastocytosis with associated hematologic neoplasm is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for sudden severe abdominal pain, vomiting, confusion, or very low blood pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adrenal Insufficiency?
Adrenal Insufficiency is a health condition described in medical literature. A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol, causing fatigue, low blood pressure, and weakness.
What are the symptoms of Adrenal Insufficiency?
Adrenal Insufficiency is associated with 6 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Asthenia, Darkened Skin, Fatigue, Hypotension, Nausea, Weight loss. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Adrenal Insufficiency diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Adrenal Insufficiency include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Cortisol Am & Pm Test, Cortisol Levels Blood Test, Electrolyte Panel. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Adrenal Insufficiency, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.